Pest Control and Management Concepts

The video tutorial by Professor Pranav Kumar Shetty from Dr. D Y Padal Institute of Hotel Management covers pest control in accommodation operations. It defines pests as organisms that damage crops, forests, and stored products, and cause harm to humans and animals. The video discusses various types of pests, including insects and rodents, and provides control measures for each, such as cleaning, using insecticides, and maintaining hygiene.

What is the origin of the word 'pest'?

• Spanish and Italian

• German and Dutch

• French and Latin

• Greek and Roman

Which materials are commonly attacked by moths?

• Metal and plastic

• Wool and fur

• Paper and cardboard

• Glass and ceramics

What is a common preventive measure against moths?

• Spraying water

• Applying insect repellent

• Using mothballs

• Using air fresheners

Where do wood-boring beetles commonly lay their eggs?

• In cracks of unpolished wood

• On metal surfaces

• On glass surfaces

• In water bodies

What is a suitable method to control houseflies?

• Using air fresheners

• Spraying water

• Applying oil

• Using UV light traps

Where are silverfish commonly found?

• In dry areas

• In moist places like basements

• In high altitudes

• In sandy areas

What is a common control measure for cockroaches?

• Using air fresheners

• Hygienic storage and disposal of food

• Spraying water

• Using mothballs

What do bed bugs primarily feed on?

• Human blood

• Plant sap

• Animal fur

• Wood

Which method is NOT used to control bed bugs?

• Using air fresheners

• Fumigation

• Heat treatment

• Spraying with insecticide

What is a common method to control rats and mice?

• Using air fresheners

• Setting traps and using poison

• Spraying water

• Applying oil